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Q.When the numerical value of the reaction quotient (Q) is greater than the equilibrium constant (K), in which direction does the reaction proceed to reach equilibrium?

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Step 1. Q is evaluated with the same formula as K, but from the current (non-equilibrium) concentrations.

Step 2. If Q is numerically GREATER than K, this means the current mixture has more product (relative to reactant) than the equilibrium state would have. …

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